Dental Hygienist-PRN-Hiring Immediately-AT

The Ideal Dental Hygienist will focus on day to day. They will see many patients with varying dental needs. It is up to them to take a medical history, review a client's teeth prior to the Dentist, and relay pertinent information to the Dentist. They may also need to:

• Chart the condition of teeth and the overall oral health of the patient
• Create molds of the patent's teeth for braces, dentures, and bridges
• Sterilize and clean dental tools and medical areas
• Educate patients on proper dental care and oral hygiene
• Provide assistance and support to the Dentist during major operations and procedures
• Complete patient intake examinations
• Create a dental plan that addresses the patient's financial status and insurance coverage

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients' teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Monitor supplies

Immediate consideration, email: AThornton@Nri-Staffing.com